The Basics

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319 N Front St
Wilmington, NC 28401
At The Basics, we try very hard to preserve the history and to advance the tradition in new ways. We serve fried eggs in the morning and filet mignon at night, so there’s a little something for everyone, whether you’re out for a romantic dinner or out to experience the finest in Southern cuisine.

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Lynda M.
10/20/2025

We stopped into The Basics for dinner after reading such positive Yelp reviews and we weren't disappointed. We were greeted by smiling and friendly servers and were told to choose any table we'd...

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Mary T.
9/19/2025

I went to The Basics around 10:30am on a Friday and was seated right away--no wait, which was a nice start to the morning. The restaurant has a rustic, open atmosphere that feels very...

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Ralph A.
8/22/2025

4 out of 5 stars I went to The Basic for lunch today with a party of eight, and overall it was a great experience. The atmosphere is cozy with a stylish, almost fedora-type vibe that makes it a...

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J E.
7/18/2025

Came in for lunch on a weekday and they weren't busy at all... it was right after they switched to lunchtime that I arrived, but by the time I left, they were getting busy. I sat at the bar and...

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Brie F.
1/1/2025

We ended up frequenting this spot so much during our stay in NC that we practically became part of the crew. The staff started recognizing us as we casually strolled around Wilmington, greeting us...

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